Holiday favorite recipe do-overs

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn.- Everyone loves their holiday traditions, but this year, why not kick up your traditional recipes with some secret ingredients and simple tricks that will turn your holiday meal into an even more delicious, nutritious eye popping feast!

Wash, trim and quarter Brussels sprouts; arrange in microwave-safe container with 1 tablespoon water. Cover, and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; remove with slotted spoon to drain on paper towels; set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet; add onion and cook over medium heat until tender.

Then, stir in cooked Brussels sprouts, raisins, salt and pepper; toss to combine and continue to cook just until heated through. Sprinkle cooked bacon pieces on top. Turn into large serving dish; garnish with cooked bacon pieces and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, as desired.